Vice President, Public Affairs
About The Position
National Industries for the Blind is seeking a dynamic and strategic Vice President of Public Affairs to lead and integrate the organization’s public policy, government affairs, marketing, communications, and events functions in support of NIB’s mission to create, sustain, and expand employment opportunities for people who are blind. Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Strategic Programs and serving as a senior leader within the organization, the Vice President of Public Affairs will develop and execute comprehensive strategies that strengthen NIB’s visibility, influence, stakeholder engagement, and advocacy impact at the federal, nonprofit, and industry levels. The position plays a central role in advancing and protecting the AbilityOne® Program and elevating awareness of the economic and social impact of competitive integrated employment for people who are blind. This executive will oversee cross-functional teams responsible for government relations, public policy, strategic communications, brand management, conferences and events, media relations, and stakeholder engagement.
Requirements
- Minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in public affairs, government relations, strategic communications, public policy, or related fields.
- Significant experience engaging with Congress and/or federal agencies on policy issues.
- Demonstrated success leading integrated communications and advocacy strategies.
- Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and complex stakeholder environments.
- Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong strategic thinking, executive presence, and political acumen.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Experience using Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and/or other online meeting platforms.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in nonprofit advocacy, workforce development, disability employment, government contracting, or manufacturing environments is strongly preferred.
- Advanced degree in public policy, communications, law, business, political science, or related field preferred.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be acceptable.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive strategies that strengthen NIB’s visibility, influence, stakeholder engagement, and advocacy impact at the federal, nonprofit, and industry levels.
- Advance and protect the AbilityOne® Program.
- Elevate awareness of the economic and social impact of competitive integrated employment for people who are blind.
- Oversee cross-functional teams responsible for government relations, public policy, strategic communications, brand management, conferences and events, media relations, and stakeholder engagement.
Benefits
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- NIB is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace.
- We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any protected characteristic or status.
- We also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the employment process.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
